Why Nutrition Is Important
Over the years, I’ve met so many people who have started a regular workout routine, only to give it up after a few weeks or months. Usually the reason for giving up is “Not enough time” or something similar. But oftentimes the real reason is that, they weren’t happy with their results.
Many of these people workout 3 - 4 times per week but don’t seem to make much progress. If their goal is to build muscle, their muscles stay the same size week after week. If their goal is to lose weight, they continue to weigh the same no matter how much training they do.
Usually in cases like this, the reason for these people’s lack of progress is… they aren’t eating the right foods.
Many people who decide to get into an exercise routine don’t realize how important nutrition is to their progress. They think that, as long as they exercise 3 or 4 times per week, they’ll see results.
Exercise is only part of the equation.
To Gain Weight/Muscle
If your goal is to put on weight, you need to cram yourself with calories. Eat as much as you can. Don’t worry if it contains fat, protein, carbohydrates… just eat it! This is because, if you aren’t putting on weight, your body is burning more calories than it is taking in. By increasing your calorie intake to more than your body burns, you’ll put on weight. This of course, should be included as part of your workout program, so that you can ensure that your increased body weight goes to something healthy… like muscle!
To Lose Weight
If your goal is to lose weight, you need to ensure you’re burning more calories than you’re eating. So as well as working out, you should be eating foods that have less calories. But don’t be silly. You still need to ensure you’re eating the nutritious foods that your body needs in order to function. The main point is, cut down on unhealthy foods containing lots of calories and instead, start eating healthy foods that are low in calories.
If you’re not sure whether you should lose weight or gain weight, check out this Body Weight Chart. It provides you with an indication of the ideal body weight for your height.
And, if you’re watching your weight, you’ll need to keep an eye on the nutritional value of your favorite foods.
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